Project Stormwater Transportation Engineer

Poutrix; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a senior Stormwater Engineer to deliver sustainable drainage designs for transportation and infrastructure projects in Tennessee, collaborating with a global network of professionals. Responsibilities include hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, regulatory coordination with TNTC and the Tennessee Division of Water, and development of design solutions across multiple states, including Kentucky.

Strong modeling tool experience is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in stormwater and roadway drainage design.
• Project management experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and design‑build projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; EIT certification.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT); PE license or eligibility is a plus.
• Strong understanding of state/local stormwater regulations, roadway design standards, and hydraulic analysis principles.
• Proficiency with standard design and modeling tools (HEC‑RAS, HY‑8, StormCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads, GIS).

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for stormwater systems, drainage networks, culverts, channels, detention/retention systems, and floodplain evaluations.
• Prepare and review drainage reports, calculations, and construction documents per project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with state/local stormwater regulations, coordinating with TNTC and the Tennessee Division of Water.
• Develop stormwater design solutions for transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct watershed studies and floodplain analyses including impact assessment and mitigation.
• Collaborate with roadway, structural, environmental teams to integrate drainage into overall design.
• Support permitting, including regulatory documentation and agency coordination.
• Assist during construction with review of shop drawings, RFIs, and technical support.

Skills

Stormwater design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Hydraulic analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE license or eligibility

Tools

HEC-RAS

HY-8

StormCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

GIS

CulvertMaster

FlowMaster

ICP-RR

HEC-HMS

SRH-2D

SWMM

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

You will help deliver innovative and sustainable Stormwater Engineering solutions that protect communities and improve transportation infrastructure across Tennessee. You are part of a global network of 34,000 engineers, planners, and technical experts across 30+ countries, all dedicated to solving complex challenges and enhancing quality of life.

Every project you contribute to matters. By collaborating with curious, multidisciplinary teams, you will tackle the state’s most complex drainage and roadway projects—from interstates and urban corridors to bridges and design-build initiatives—delivering practical, lasting solutions while advancing your career and expanding your professional expertise.

Role accountabilities:

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support stormwater management system designs, including drainage networks, culverts, channels, detention/retention systems, and floodplain evaluations
• Prepare and review drainage reports, calculations, and construction documentation in accordance with project requirements and standards
• Ensure compliance with state and local stormwater regulations, including coordination with the Tennessee Transportation Cabinet (TNTC) and the Tennessee Division of Water
• Develop stormwater design solutions for transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects across Kentucky, ensuring alignment with environmental and permitting requirements
• Conduct watershed studies and floodplain analyses, including evaluation of potential impacts and mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (roadway, structural, environmental) to integrate drainage and stormwater systems into overall project design
• Support permitting efforts, including preparation of regulatory documentation and coordination with relevant agencies
• Assist during construction phases by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and providing technical support

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in stormwater and roadway drainage design, including culverts, bridges, detention/retention systems, and hydraulic modeling
• Proven project management experience, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to all phases of design‑build and infrastructure projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification; Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility is a plus
• Strong understanding of state and local stormwater regulations, roadway design standards, and hydraulic analysis principles
• Familiarity with industry‑standard design and modeling tools (HEC‑RAS, HY‑8, StormCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads, GIS) with a willingness to learn and adapt

Key Attributes

• Experience contributing to DOT or state transportation projects is a plus, providing exposure to large‑scale, high‑impact infrastructure initiatives
• Solid understanding of FEMA floodplain regulations and ability to apply them in practical design solutions
• Strong knowledge of stormwater design, including open channel conveyance, closed drainage systems, and post‑construction water quality practices tailored to linear transportation projects
• Hands‑on experience with hydraulic and stormwater modeling software, including Bentley StormCAD, CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, ICPR, HEC‑RAS (1D/2D), HEC‑HMS, HY‑8, SWMM, SMS, SRH‑2D, with the ability to learn new tools quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and problem‑solving skills, regularly taking on new projects and challenges with confidence
• Possession of an NCEES record or willingness to establish one is a plus, supporting future PE licensure

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills‑based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $88,000 - $120,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.